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Peter Blake led New Zealand to two Americas Cup victories and was knighted in 1995 for his services to yachting. He was later killed by pirates.

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Why did sir peter Blake become knighted?

he was knighted in 2002 - for 'services to art'.


When was Peter Blake knighted?

There are two men named Peter Blake who have been knighted. The yachtsman Peter Blake was knighted in 1995. The artist Peter Blake was knighted in 2002.


Where does Sir Peter Blake live?

Sir Peter Blake was killed by pirates


How did sir peter Blake become knighted?

Sir Peter Blake, the great yachtsman of Auckland, received a knighthood in 1991 for two back to back Americaâ??s Cup titles. Tragically, he was murdered buy pirates in 2001 while on a special UN environmental mission to South America.


Where was sir peter Blake was born?

Sir Peter James Blake was born in Auckland, New Zealand.


Where was Sir Peter James Blake born?

Sir Peter James Blake was born in Auckland, New Zealand.


When did sir peter Blake become a sir?

1984


What are some Sir Peter Blake facts?

Sir Peter James Blake, Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire.


Who was sir peter Blake married to?

Lady Pippa Blake


What year did Sir Peter Blake die?

Sir Peter Blake, who was born on October 1, 1948 and died on December 5, 2001.


Where did Sir Peter Blake get killed?

Brazil.


What were sir peter Blake's vessels called?

Sir Peter Blake's vessels were primarily known as the "Enza" and the "Sir Peter Blake." The "Enza" was notable for its role in the 1995 Whitbread Round the World Race, while the "Sir Peter Blake" was named in his honor after his tragic death in 2001. Both vessels were significant in representing his contributions to sailing and ocean conservation.